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Senator Lindsey Graham, Jamie Harrison hold final debate
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Friday night, for the second and final time, Senator Lindsey Graham and his opponent, Jamie Harrison debated eachother in hopes of proving to voters their the right choice…
22 new positive cases in latest UofSC coronavirus dashboard update
The University of South Carolina reported 22 new positive cases of COVID-19 in their latest dashboard update. 20 of these cases are students.
More than 300 chairs placed in front of State House to honor COVID-19 victims
Members of 'COVID Survivors for Change' and 'End Coronavirus SC' met today to honor the more than 3,800 lives that were taken by COVID-19 in the state.
Sumter man sentenced to five years in prison for sexual exploitation of a minor
On Friday, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that Anthony Ray “Hammer” Nielson was sentenced to five years in prison for sexual exploitation of a minor charges.
Suspect wanted for attempted armed robbery on St. Andrews Road
Lexington County deputies say they are investigating an attempted armed robbery at a store on St. Andrews Road Wednesday night.
Nearly two decades after his disappearance, the family of Shelton Sanders still searching for his remains
REMBERT, S.C. (WOLO) -- It’s been nearly twenty years since University of South Carolina Student and Rembert native Shelton Sanders was first reported missing. However, his family is holding out hope that someone can…
Graham, Harrison near end of well-funded Senate fight
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - In the U.S. Senate contest, South Carolina voters must make a choice. They can reelect a powerful incumbent with a senior legislative role who has helped place conservative justices on the Supreme Court. Or they can…
Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence tests positive for COVID-19
Trevor Lawrence tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday night, Dabo Swinney confirmed in a statement.
Columbia Mayor calls on his citizens to continue wearing masks, being diligent amid COVID-19 pandemic
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- With the number of COVID-19 cases rising across the country, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin and his City Council are considering all options to help keep people safe. One of these…
Scare up Halloween with a spooky outdoor movie
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Halloween is right around the corner, and while some may not feel comfortable allowing their children to take part in the typically door to door trick-o-treat experience because of the coronavirus, all is not lost. The…
RCSD: Woman arrested for hitting two women, one pregnant, with her vehicle on Berkshire Drive
Richland County deputies say they have arrested a woman accused of hitting a pregnant woman and another woman on Berkshire Drive Thursday.
SCDC hosting Halloween drive-thru job fair Friday
The South Carolina Department of Corrections will host a Halloween-themed drive-thru job fair this Friday. The event will take place at 4502 Broad River Road from 4 p.m.-6 p.m.
RCSD to conduct traffic safety checkpoints in Olympia area this weekend
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they will be near the intersection of Bluff Road and Olympia Avenue conducting traffic safety checkpoints this weekend. Officials say deputies will be in the area from about 6 p.m. Friday night until early Saturday morning.
Sumter County Sheriff's Office announces second arrest in fatal shooting from October 2019
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they have arrested a second individual in connection with a fatal shooting that took place over a year ago. Investigators say 18-year-old Sheron Robinson turned himself in to authorities on Wednesday and has been charged with murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.
Looking for some Halloween fun? Check out these events around the Midlands!
While the coronavirus has cancelled some Halloween festivities, there is still plenty to do this year around the Midlands.
List of flood-prone streets and intersections to avoid in Columbia
With the threat of the Zeta storm, the City of Columbia has a list of flood-prone streets and intersections to avoid driving to.
Airport H.S. hosts annual 'Trick or Treat Lane'
West Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Wednesday evening Airport High School held its annual 'Trick-or Treat Lane event. Hundreds of people grabbed their goodie bags to trick-or-treat, play games and even take part in…
University police officer fired, facing 52 child sex crime charges
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) - A South Carolina police officer lost his job after state investigators said he was accused of sexually abusing children. Winthrop University Police Officer…
A doctor's guide to safe trick-or-treating during the pandemic
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - You may not need to cancel trick-or-treating plans after all. Doctors at Lexington Medical Center recently came out with a Q&A about safely trick-or-treating during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their guidance provides suggestions and things to keep…
Second Congressional District preview: Joe Wilson seeks 10th term in race against Adair Boroughs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Election Day is just around the corner, and the race for South Carolina’s Second Congressional District seat is heating up. Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC) has held the seat for nearly…
More than one million South Carolinians are casting their ballots early
Voters across the Midlands lined up again today to cast their ballots for the 2020 presidential election. With lines wrapped around the Lexington County Administration Building, more than one million South Carolinians have already cast their ballots in the 2020 General Election.
Suspect arrested in Lynchburg motel shooting
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they arrested a man in connection with a shooting that left 23-year-old Tyvon Dickey dead. Deputies say the shooting took place on October 16 at a motel in the 10000 block of Lynches River Road.
Orangeburg County schools partnering with MUSC to create COVID-19 related guide for schools
The Orangeburg County School District says they are teaming up with the Medical University of South Carolina and their Back 2 Business assistance program to create a guide for coronavirus related decisions in schools.
Town of Irmo hosting "Halloween Extravaganza" this weekend
The town of Irmo will celebrate the scariest night of the year with a "Halloween Extravaganza" this weekend. The event is at Anchor Lanes off Lake Murray Boulevard this Saturday. Gates open at 4:30 p.m.
